Center for Young Women's Health
How safe is it to jog in the dark?It is great that you are interested in jogging and want to learn about how to run safely. Jogging has many positive benefits on physical and mental health. Running outside … read more
Articles Tagged: safety tips
Motorcycle Safety
Riding a motorcycle can be a fun and exciting experience, but it requires extra attention to safety. Check out the road conditions, and be a smart driver by wearing protective … read more
How Safe is it… to NOT use a bicycle helmet when riding?
Kicking off our “How Safe Is It?” Feature Teens and parents often wonder how safe something is. We understand that with so much information in the media, it can be … read more
I just saw the movie Fifty Shades of Grey – is the kind of relationship the two main characters have healthy?
No! Fifty Shades (both the book and movie) is full of examples of emotional abuse, including stalking (Christian uses a phone and computer to track and follow Anastasia), intimidation (Christian’s … read more
Staying safe: Test your relationship
Check your relationship (with a friend or person you are dating) to see if it’s healthy!
How do I deal with an unsafe relationship?
Relationships can be loving and supportive, but sometimes they can become complicated, and even unsafe. Take this quiz to find out how to identify and address an unsafe relationship.
Am I street smart?
It’s always good to be conscious of safety when out and about. Take our quiz about how to handle situations to test your street smarts!
Safety in Relationships
During your teen years, you will have many kinds of relationships, both friendships and those that are dating relationships. Most of the time, these are fun, exciting, and healthy, and … read more
Indoor Tanning
You probably know that too much sun exposure can be harmful to your skin and may lead to wrinkles and skin cancer, but what about indoor tanning? Since you’re not … read more
Bike Safety
Biking is an environmentally friendly way to get around cities and towns and a fun way to get your daily exercise. You just need to remember to follow the rules … read more